Legal Question in Insurance Law in New Jersey

Car Accident

I backed out of a driveway, cleared the vehicle parked on the street behind me. A passenger in the vehicle opened the passenger door, and I hit the door, causing damage to that vehicle. I requested an estimate to repair the vehicle. Once received the damages were more than the book value of the vehicle. I offered to tow the vehicle (my expense) to my neighborhood where I would have the vehicle repaired at a much cheaper price, or pay her the Kelley Book value for the used car that is worth $475.00. She wants me to pay her $1000 or go to court. Is there any liability on the part of the passenger who opened the door without looking? Am I responsible to pay $1000, more than the car is worth?


Asked on 6/04/03, 9:14 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Scott Diamond DIAMONDLAWYER

Re: Car Accident

she is entitled to the blue book or repair value,if the repair is more than the value, she gets the value, that is all. and the passenger may be liable as well

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Answered on 6/04/03, 12:14 pm


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